Books published by publisher Greystone Kids

Shhh—it’s the animals’ bedtime, and they’re all yawning and nestling, relaxing and resting, dozing and snoozing. Cuddle up to a chimp, snuggle with a squirrel, lie down with a lion! Take a peek at the coypu (KOI-poo) with his mouth open wide, marine iguanas slumbering on rocky shores, a fuzzy polar bear resting on his paws, and tired walruses, foxes, and owls, too. The perfect bedtime book for sweet dreams.

In this funny and heartwarming picture book, a grandfather shows his love and appreciation for a grandmother as he persuades her to attend a local dance with him. Grandfather is tending his garden when a loudspeaker announces a dance in the local park. He asks Grandmother to join him, but she has many reasons to delay their outing: she needs to put eyeliner around her eyes—which are as sad as a moonless night—and color in her hair—which is as gray as an autumn cloud. Grandfather counters with loving arguments of his own: her sad eyes look like stars and her hair is as perfect and white as a summer cloud. Playful illustrations complement this touching banter, which culminates in a trip to the dance where Grandmother tells Grandfather, “You are as pretty as the moon.”

“An artful and timeless exploration of love, loss, grief, and family, How Jack Lost Time will appeal to readers of Charlie Mackesy’s The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, and other picture books for older readers and adults. Jack is not like other sea captains. Fishermen say he’s weird, but Jack only cares about one thing: the grey whale with the scarred dorsal fin, the one who swallowed up his son, Julos, years before. Jack promises he will not come home without Julos, even if it means losing himself in the process. Then, on a night like any other, Jack sees something lurking around his boat. He throws himself into the whale’s dark mouth. But is he too late? Will his son recognize him after years of being alone?Poignant, original, and vibrant, this contemporary nautical fable journeys into the heart of the human spirit, and will move readers young and old.Winner of the 2019 Governor General’s Award for Youth Literature—French Language

A lively introduction to debate, democracy, and citizenship.“A refreshing and timely reminder that disagreement can—and should—be productive.” — KirkusShould an ancient monkey puzzle tree be cut down to make room for exciting new classrooms? In this spirited picture book, students must work together to come to an agreement—but it’s not as easy as it seems!On the first day back at school after the holidays, a group of classmates notice a construction crane parked next to the old monkey puzzle tree. The school principal says the tree will be cut down to make room for new science classrooms and computer labs. The classmates are divided, with some in favor of innovation, and others calling for the protection of the thousand-year-old tree. As they protest, march, fight, and strike, one teacher offers a solution: Why not hold a debate? The principal agrees, and at the end of the debate, a student vote will end the disagreement, once and for all—or will it?Inspirational without being didactic, and filled with warm, lively illustrations, this wonderful introduction to the process of debate, listening, and collective decision-making will be read by young and old alike for years to come.An Aldana Libros Book

The hummingbird parable, with origins in the Quechuan people of South America, has become a talisman for environmentalists and activists who are committed to making meaningful change in the world. In this simple yet powerful story, the determined hummingbird does everything she can to put out a raging fire that threatens her forest home. The hummingbird—symbol of wisdom and courage—demonstrates that doing something is better than doing nothing at all.In this revised edition of the best-selling book, the parable is supplemented by an informative fact page about hummingbirds and evocative artwork by internationally renowned artist Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas. Yahgulanaas’s distinct and lively Haida Manga style complements the optimistic tale that encourages everyone to take responsibility for the planet.

The hummingbird parable, with origins in the Quechuan people of South America, has become a talisman for environmentalists and activists who are committed to making meaningful change in the world. In this simple yet powerful story, the determined hummingbird does everything she can to put out a raging fire that threatens her forest home. The hummingbird—symbol of wisdom and courage—demonstrates that doing something is better than doing nothing at all.In this revised edition of the bestselling book, Flight of the Hummingbird, the parable is supplemented by an informative fact page about hummingbirds and evocative artwork by internationally renowned artist Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas. Yahgulanaas’s distinct and lively Haida Manga style complements The Little Hummingbird and this optimistic tale that encourages children to take responsibility for the planet.

For fans of Amy Rosenthal’s I wish You More and Joe Witek’s In My Heart, Cristiana Valentini’s Stay Little Seed is a moving tale of love and the courage of letting go.“Both children and adult readers will identify with timeless themes, from the joy in comforting familial bonds to the growth that can only happen with independence.”—BooklistEvery year when the wind blows, the tree’s seeds sail away to a mysterious place—until one little seed decides to stay. At first, the tree supposes the seed should leave. How else would it grow roots to rise tall and strong? But the tree is also lonely, and the mysterious place is far, far away. Will the seed be safe on its own?Stay, Little Seed celebrates the rhythms of the natural world and shares a gentle message for all of us, no matter our age: Sometimes, by letting go and being brave, we begin life’s greatest adventures.

“An admiring portrait of a father's example and an introduction to the rainforest.”—Wall Street JournalA young boy shares exciting facts and stories about the peoples, plants, and animals who inhabit the Amazon rainforest.In this original, uplifting book from one of Argentina’s most acclaimed children’s writers, a young boy records his dad’s stories of the Amazonian jungle in his journal. As he does, he can’t help but compare his own life. When you visit the rainforest, you should ask the Sápara peoples for permission and be respectful, just like when you visit your neighbor in the city. Smoked fish is delicious in the rainforest—but hard to make in your bedroom. The rainforest is like a great big house for plants, animals, and spirits, but it’s disappearing, little by little. Filling his journal with imaginative drawings and words, the boy decides what he would do if he visited the rainforest: Invite the spirits for donuts and hot cocoa!Inspired by the author’s volunteer efforts to assist the Sápara peoples in protecting an endangered bird, When My Dad Went to the Jungle portrays a young boy exploring big ideas about the natural world. As he journals, the young boy realizes that, even though life for the Sápara peoples is very different from his own, a little bit of the rainforest lives inside of all of us. If we let it grow, then we will always respect the lands we walk, gather, and play on.An Aldana Libros book

<p><strong>Honorable Mention&mdash;Bologna Ragazzi Award</strong></p><p><strong>There&rsquo;s an invasive species in our oceans: Plasticus maritimus. It&rsquo;s a threat to our world. What is it? What can we do about it?</strong></p><p>When she was young, biologist Ana P&ecirc;go didn&rsquo;t play in a backyard, but on a beach. She walked along the shore, looked at tide pools, and collected fossils. As she grew older, P&ecirc;go noticed a new species at the seaside: plastic. She decided to collect it, study it, and give it a Latin name&mdash;<em>Plasticus maritimus&mdash;</em>to warn people of its dangers to our planet.</p><p>Inspired by P&ecirc;go&rsquo;s life&rsquo;s work, and filled with engaging science and colorful photographs, this foundational look at ocean plastics explains why they are such an urgent contemporary issue. P&ecirc;go tells us how plastics end up in our rivers, lakes, and oceans, shares plastic&rsquo;s chemical composition and physical properties, and offers a field guide to help readers identify and understand this new invasive species in all its form &gt; s, from the obvious (fishing nets and water bottles) to the unfamiliar (tiny, clear particles called microplastics). Finally, she offers a critical look at our current &ldquo;solutions&rdquo; to plastic contamination and in her most important proposal&mdash;REVOLUTIONIZE&mdash;calls for deep changes in our habits, motivating young and old alike to make a difference, together. An artificial and almost indestructible species, <em>Plasticus maritimus</em> deserves to have its days numbered! Together, we can send it packing.</p><p><strong>Published in Partnership with the David Suzuki Institute.</strong></p>